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Head of Category Interim - 9 Month Maternity Cover Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (minimum 3 days on site) Salary: Dependant on Experience Jackson Hogg is delighted to be supporting a leading FMCG business in the search for an Interim Head of Category on a 9-month maternity cover contract. Reporting to the Commercial Director, you'll lead the Category Planning team, driving category strategy, pricing, promotions and product ranging to deliver sales growth, margin performance and an exceptional customer offer. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver category strategies aligned to business objectives. Lead pricing and promotional activity to maximise sales and profitability. Utilise customer insights, market trends and competitor analysis to drive commercial decisions. Manage trading margin performance in collaboration with Finance, Supply Chain and Procurement. Lead, coach and develop a high-performing and already well established category team. Build strong cross-functional relationships across Retail, Commercial and Supply functions. About You Proven experience in Category Management, Buying or Commercial leadership within a FMCG, wholesale or food retail environment Strong commercial acumen with experience delivering sales and margin targets. Experience managing pricing, promotions and cost inflation challenges. Demonstrable leadership and stakeholder management skills. Highly analytical, commercially driven and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. For a confidential discussion, please contact Skye Madden, Managing Consultant at Jackson Hogg.

Calling all immediately available HR Advisors and Business Partners Are you looking for work to start immediately? Do you have solid HR experience and experience around Employee Relations? Are you a car owner / driver? If you can answer yes to these questions then I'd love to hear from you! My client, a well known North East based charity is looking for someone to join their very busy HR team to provide support across the full HR remit with a real focus on ER.

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Membrane Application Scientist with strong membrane chemistry expertise, analytical capability, and hands-on pilot-scale testing experience. This role focuses on evaluating and developing an advanced membrane technology platform, helping the business understand performance boundaries, technical advantages, and potential applications across customer and industrial process streams. The successful candidate will be a strong chemist with a practical approach to membrane testing, fluid handling systems, and small to medium-sized pilot plants. They will be comfortable designing experiments, interpreting complex datasets, troubleshooting process challenges, and translating findings into clear technical recommendations. Working closely with Innovation, Engineering, Commercial, and customer teams, the successful candidate will support laboratory trials, pilot testing, customer demonstrations, commissioning activities, and technical reporting. The role will involve international travel to support customer trials and represent the business at customer sites globally. Key Roles & Responsibilities Membrane Chemistry & Analytical Testing Design and execute laboratory and pilot-scale test programmes to assess membrane performance across a range of feed streams and operating conditions. Apply strong chemical understanding to investigate membrane selectivity, fouling, cleaning behaviour, stability, and operating limits. Develop and utilise appropriate analytical methods to understand feed chemistry, permeate quality, concentration effects, and overall process performance. Product Testing & Application Development Support the development and validation of the company's advanced membrane technology platform through structured testing and application studies. Help define the capabilities, benefits, and potential applications of the technology across water treatment, industrial separations, resource recovery, and related markets. Pilot Trials & Customer Support Support laboratory, pilot, and field trials at company and customer sites, including international locations. Assist with the setup, operation, troubleshooting, and commissioning of small to medium-sized membrane pilot systems. Project Management & Technical Communication Independently manage assigned projects, test programmes, and customer trial activities with clear priorities, milestones, and timescales. Coordinate activities across internal teams and external partners to ensure projects are delivered safely and effectively. Documentation & Compliance Maintain detailed records of experimental methods, raw data, analysis, conclusions, and project decisions. Ensure all testing and pilot activities are completed in line with company health and safety requirements and relevant site procedures. Candidate Requirements The successful candidate will possess the following skills, behaviours, and experience: BSc, MSc, or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Membrane Science, or a related scientific discipline. Strong chemistry background with excellent analytical and practical problem-solving skills. Experience with membrane separation technologies, water treatment, industrial process chemistry, or related separation processes. Hands-on experience designing, running, and interpreting laboratory or pilot-scale experiments. Practical experience working with process equipment, pilot plants, pumps, pipework, instrumentation, and sampling systems. Ability to analyse complex technical data and translate findings into clear conclusions and recommendations. Strong technical report writing, documentation, and presentation skills. Confident communicating technical information to customers, partners, and internal stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple projects independently in a fast-paced R&D and customer-facing environment. Good understanding of health and safety requirements within laboratory, pilot, and customer-site settings. Willingness to travel internationally to support customer trials, pilot installations, and commissioning activities. Collaborative, flexible, and practical mindset, with the ability to work effectively across Innovation, Engineering, Commercial, and customer-facing teams.

Role Overview We are seeking a Software Developer to join a growing team delivering software solutions across engineering, integrity management, and technical consulting projects. This role offers the opportunity to work with multidisciplinary teams, developing applications and tools that support both client-facing projects and internal innovation programmes. You'll be involved throughout the software lifecycle, from requirements gathering and development through to testing, deployment, and user support. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain software applications and tools Work closely with engineers and technical specialists to deliver project requirements Support software testing and validation activities Produce technical documentation and user guidance Assist with software training and knowledge sharing Provide ongoing support for users and stakeholders Contribute to continuous improvement and development initiatives Required Experience Strong Python programming and scripting skills Degree-qualified in Computer Science or a related field Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams Desirable Experience Web development technologies including HTML5, CSS, AJAX, and ASP.NET Database programming or data management experience UI design and user-centred development Software support, testing, or quality assurance exposure Experience working within engineering or industrial environments Benefits Competitive salary and benefits package Ongoing professional development and training Long-term career progression opportunities Exposure to international projects and collaboration Established and growing technical team

Head of People Northumberland Full Time I'm delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a growing, engineering-led business that operates across transport, logistics, infrastructure and renewable energy sectors. With ambitious growth plans and a strong people-first culture, they're now looking to appoint a Head of People to lead and shape the people agenda during an exciting period of expansion. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys balancing strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. You'll be trusted to make things happen, influence senior stakeholders, and build a people function that supports a fast-moving, commercially focused business. The Role Reporting directly to the leadership team, you'll take ownership of all people-related activity across the business, including: Leading and developing the people strategy to support growth. Owning the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment through to exit. Managing employee relations and employment law matters. Coaching and supporting managers to build high-performing teams. Driving engagement, wellbeing and culture initiatives. Overseeing HR systems, payroll inputs, benefits and people reporting. Building scalable processes, policies and frameworks as the business grows. About You We're looking for someone who: Has experience as a Head of People, Head of HR, Senior HRBP or HR Manager. Is CIPD qualified (or brings equivalent experience). Has strong employment law expertise. Is strategic in their thinking but equally happy getting into the detail. Thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Can juggle multiple priorities and adapt quickly. Works autonomously and takes ownership of outcomes. Is commercially minded, pragmatic and solutions-focused. Isn't afraid to roll their sleeves up and do whatever is needed to get the job done. What's on Offer? A genuinely influential role with direct access to senior leadership. The opportunity to shape and build a growing people function. Significant autonomy and ownership. A collaborative, down-to-earth culture. Competitive salary and benefits package. If you're an experienced people leader who loves building, improving and making a real impact, I'd love to hear from you!

Electronic System Engineer Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom Salary: Competitive Jackson Hogg is delighted to be working with a leading diagnostics business which is scalng up it's engineering team due to new international investment. This is for a dynamic electronics engineer who can operate across hardware, firmware, and cross-functional design areas while working in a heavily regulated environment. That means, you ll be involved directly into the design cycle that takes their new technology from concept to the market. This is a permanent, full time on site role based in Newcastle. Electronic System Engineer Key Responsibilities Lead design cycles, updates, and enhancements across an electronics-heavy medical device. Documentation, traceability, and the technical file. Deliver design changes driven by new standards, global regulatory requirements, or product performance needs Work hands-on with hardware, firmware, mechanical, optical, and microfluidics specialists Support verification & validation from a design perspective. Interface with global partners, including China-based manufacturing groups. Contribute to next-generation platforms with increased throughput and advanced architecture. Electronic System Engineer Key Requirements Strong background in electronics engineering Experience in PCB design, PCB layout, embedded/firmware literacy Hands-on engineering mindset Experience in regulated or process-heavy industries (Medical devices, aerospace, automotive, nuclear, oil & gas) Exposure to ISO frameworks (ISO 13485 is a plus but not essential) Methodical, structured, documentation-first mindset Strong communicator and growth-oriented If you are interested in this role please get in touch with Eleni using the details below.

Jackson Hogg Procurement are delighted to be exclusively partnered with PD Ports in Middlesbrough on their search for a Procurement Coordinator to join their procurement team. This is a full-time and permanent role offering a competitive salary. The Procurement Coordinator is responsible for supporting the effective and efficient operation of the Procurement function through the coordination of supplier onboarding, systems administration, compliance activities, reporting. The role acts as the central point of contact for procurement-related enquiries, providing guidance to internal stakeholders and suppliers while ensuring procurement processes, records, and systems are maintained to a high standard. Benefits include hybrid working, pension matched up to 7%, flexibility to hours and 25 days holiday + bank holidays. The Role: Systems & Administration Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the Procurement team. Administer e end-to-end supplier onboarding activities and maintain supplier records. Maintain procurement data and support Oracle Fusion procurement modules. Provide support for ERP implementation of Procurement modules Compliance & Reporting Support procurement compliance, governance activities, audits, trackers and registers. Produce procurement reports and management information. Ensure procurement records are accurate, complete, and up to date. Support data analysis and reporting requirements Stakeholder Engagement Build effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Act as the first point of contact for procurement-related enquiries from internal stakeholders and suppliers. Provide guidance on procurement policies, procedures, systems and processes. Support stakeholders with requisitions, purchase orders, supplier onboarding, goods receipting and invoice queries. Provide first-line support for ERP Procurement module queries and troubleshooting. The Person/Requirements: Minimum of 3 years working in a Procurement or Commercial environment would be desirable but not essential Experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain administration. Experience with ERP or procurement systems. Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Good data analysis and reporting skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to analyse information and identify issues. Ability to prioritise workload and work independently. Strong problem-solving skills. Good data analysis and reporting skills. Ability to build positive working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office applications. For more information, please contact Gemma Yeadon - Sector Lead Procurement at Jackson Hogg Recruitment.

We're recruiting exclusively for a Junior Data Engineer to join a growing organisation investing heavily in its cloud-based data platform. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to build a career in data engineering, working with modern Azure technologies and large-scale business data. You'll work alongside experienced data and BI professionals to develop and maintain data pipelines, integrate data from a variety of systems, and help deliver trusted, high-quality data for reporting and business decision-making. The role offers exposure to modern data engineering practices, cloud technologies, data modelling, and platform development, with plenty of opportunities for learning and progression. Key Responsibilities Build and support ETL/ELT data pipelines using modern cloud technologies. Assist with integrating and transforming data from multiple business systems. Help maintain a scalable, secure, and reliable data platform. Develop data quality checks, monitoring, and automated testing processes. Work closely with BI and business teams to ensure data is accurate and accessible. Document data processes, transformations, and technical solutions. Contribute to the ongoing development of data architecture and best practices. Skills & Experience Degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related subject, or equivalent commercial experience. Good SQL skills and experience with Python or another programming language. Understanding of databases, data modelling, and ETL/ELT concepts. Interest in cloud data technologies and modern data platforms. Exposure to Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, Data Factory, or similar technologies would be advantageous. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. What's on Offer Opportunity for graduates and junior-level candidates. Structured learning and mentoring from experienced data professionals. Hands-on experience with modern Azure data technologies. Clear progression pathways within data engineering and cloud data platforms. Hybrid working model, with remote working also considered for the right candidate. Competitive salary and excellent long-term development opportunities.

Graduate Data Consultant Location: Teesside (office based to start with then hybrid after training) Salary: 30,000 - per annum Overview Are you a recent graduate looking to build a career in data, business analysis, and modern cloud technologies? We are looking for a Graduate Data Consultant to join our growing team in Teesside. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious graduate to develop hands-on experience working with business stakeholders, data teams, and modern Microsoft technologies including Azure and Microsoft Fabric. You will work alongside experienced consultants, analysts, and engineers to help gather business requirements, analyse data, and support the delivery of modern business intelligence and data solutions. You'll gain exposure to a leading Microsoft data stack including Microsoft Fabric, Azure, Power BI, SQL and cloud-based analytics technologies. Responsibilities Work with business users to understand challenges, requirements, and opportunities for improvement. Support workshops and meetings to gather and document business requirements. Assist with translating business needs into clear technical requirements. Create and maintain business process maps and documentation. Work with stakeholders at various levels across client organisations. Contribute to project documentation, user stories, and acceptance criteria. Support testing activities and validation of solutions before delivery. Data Analysis Gather and explore data from a variety of sources. Perform data analysis to identify trends, insights, and opportunities. Assist with data quality assessments and data cleansing activities. Support data and process mapping exercises. Work with experienced engineers and consultants to understand data modelling approaches. Learn and apply data warehousing principles, including dimensional modelling and star schemas. Develop practical experience using Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, SQL and Azure-based data and analytics solutions. Help validate solutions against business requirements. What We're Looking For Essential Degree in Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Economics, Engineering, or a related discipline. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to engage confidently with both technical and non-technical audiences. Desirable Exposure to Power BI, Tableau, or similar BI tools. Awareness of Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric, or cloud technologies. What You'll Gain Structured graduate development programme. Mentoring and coaching from experienced Senior Consultants and Technical Specialists. Exposure to modern Microsoft technologies including Microsoft Fabric, Azure, Power BI and SQL.

Temporary HR Administrator / Administrator 3-Month (possibility of permanent contract but not confirmed) Hexham Are you looking for a varied role where you can make an immediate impact? My client is looking for an organised and proactive HR Administrator or experienced Administrator to join our Business Services team on a temporary basis. This is a hands-on role combining day-to-day HR administration with the opportunity to review and improve HR systems, processes and documentation. Key Responsibilities Maintaining accurate and confidential employee records Supporting onboarding, contracts and employee documentation Coordinating training, probation reviews and employee lifecycle activities Producing HR reports and management information Providing general HR and office administration support Auditing employee data across HR systems Identifying and supporting process and system improvements Assisting with HR system administration and development Supporting payroll administration where required About You You'll be: Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Experienced in HR administration or a general administrative role Confident using business systems and Microsoft Office Comfortable managing multiple priorities and working independently Professional, discreet and able to handle confidential information A proactive problem-solver with strong communication skills If you're an experienced HR Administrator, or a capable Administrator looking to further develop your experience, we'd love to hear from you!

Jackson Hogg Procurement division are delighted to be the exclusive recruitment partner of a well-established manufacturing organisation in Dewsbury on the appointment of a Strategic Buyer to join their Procurement team. This role will assist and support the strategic procurement team in the identification and management of suppliers that meet the organization's standards of price, quality, reliability, and customer service. This is a full time and permanent role with a 37.5 hour working week. Hours are flexible and can accommodate a start time between 07.30-09.00 depending on preference. Early Friday finishes on offer from 1.30pm. The Role of Strategic Buyer: Proactively manage a selected set of allocated suppliers Manage own supply base. Use data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Identify, implement and manage NDA and LTA for selected portfolio of suppliers. Develop key working relationships with suppliers via regular review meetings on performance, using Supplier Scorecard to align to Metrics, and renegotiate for improvements. Supporting supply chain activities relating to new product introduction, ECN changes, SBD programs. Manage supplier price files and review any proposed changes with Procurement Manager. Assist in onboarding and smooth implementation of new suppliers, both internally and externally Resolve invoicing issues via D3. Work with internal department to identify, improve, or resolve supply issues. Assist in Net Freight opportunity management and Incoterm changes to ensure the best mode of freight is determined and used Develop a good tactical and strategic knowledge of supply base. Coordinate activities to ensure the performance of the section is optimised. Preparing and maintaining action plans to support principal accountabilities. Lead and/or participate in specific project work. Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays + buy/sell up to 5 days holiday Pension 7% EE and 10% ER contribution Bonus scheme Option to buy shares Hybrid working of 1 day per week WFH The Person/Requirements: At least 3 years' experience in a Procurement role Open to both transactional and strategic procurement backgrounds Strong negotiation skills Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment For more information, please get in touch with Gemma Yeadon - Sector Lead Procurement at Jackson Hogg Recruitment.

Vinyl Cutting Technician / Team Leader Location: Gateshead Salary: 31,220 per annum Hours: 38 hours per week Jackson Hogg are supporting a leading signage manufacturer in the recruitment of a Vinyl Cutting Technician / Team Leader to join their Digi/Vinyl team in Gateshead. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced signage professional looking to take the next step in their career. The successful candidate will combine strong technical sign-making expertise with the ability to lead a small team, ensuring high-quality production and installation standards are maintained at all times. We are looking for someone with a positive, can-do attitude who takes pride in their work, enjoys problem-solving, and is motivated by delivering exceptional results for customers. Key Responsibilities Lead a small vinyl application team, allocating work orders and coordinating production activities to meet deadlines. Support team development through performance management and day-to-day leadership. Produce and install a wide range of internal and external signage, including fascia signs and post-mounted signs. Ensure all installation projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Manufacture signage using a variety of substrates including Dibond, acrylic, metal, wood, vinyl, and Foamex. Apply vinyl graphics to a range of substrates with precision and attention to detail. Interpret customer briefs accurately and recommend appropriate signage and manufacturing solutions. Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot vinyl cutting and laminating equipment. Ensure Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) are understood and followed. Promote a strong health and safety culture and take responsibility for your own safety and that of colleagues. Assist wider production teams when required. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: A minimum of 2 years' experience in sign making and installation. Strong experience operating vinyl plotters, cutters, and laminators. Proven experience within a sign fitting role, including panel application and installation. A solid understanding of signage manufacturing processes and techniques. Experience using design and cutting software such as CorelDRAW and SignLab. The ability to accurately interpret technical briefs and specifications. Excellent organisational and communication skills. A flexible and professional approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. A strong understanding of health and safety requirements within a manufacturing or installation environment. What's on Offer Salary of 31,220 per annum 38-hour working week Opportunity to lead a skilled and established team Varied and interesting projects across a range of sectors A supportive and collaborative working environment Long-term career development opportunities within a growing business If you have a background in sign making, vinyl application, and team leadership, and are looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Jackson Hogg for a confidential discussion.

Production Planner County Durham Competitive Salary + Benefits Jackson Hogg is delighted to be supporting an innovative advanced manufacturing business in the search for a Production Planner to join their Operations team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing technology-led organisation supplying highly engineered products into demanding global markets. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring production plans are aligned with customer demand, material availability and manufacturing capacity, supporting on-time delivery and operational efficiency. The Role Working closely with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain and Project teams, you will develop and maintain production schedules across multiple product lines, ensuring plans are realistic, achievable and visible to key stakeholders. Key responsibilities include: Developing and maintaining production plans and manufacturing schedules Translating customer demand and project requirements into achievable production plans Monitoring material availability, manufacturing capacity and work-in-progress Maintaining accurate ERP/MRP planning data Supporting daily and weekly planning reviews Identifying and escalating risks that may impact delivery performance Communicating priorities and progress across operational teams Supporting continuous improvement activities focused on planning, scheduling and production flow About You The successful candidate will have experience in production planning, manufacturing scheduling, supply chain planning or materials control within a manufacturing or engineering environment. You will also demonstrate: Experience using ERP/MRP systems Strong Excel and data analysis skills Good understanding of production flow, capacity planning and inventory management Excellent organisational and communication skills A proactive, structured and detail-focused approach Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Experience gained within electronics, aerospace, defence, semiconductor or other advanced manufacturing sectors would be advantageous. Wider Benefits include: Competitive salary 37.5-hour working week 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Option to purchase up to 5 additional holidays Employer pension contribution of up to 8% Life assurance Income protection insurance Employee share scheme Electric vehicle scheme Cycle to Work scheme Volunteering day Ongoing learning and development opportunities If you're an experienced planner looking to join a forward-thinking manufacturing business where you can make a real impact, please get in touch with Skye Madden, Managing Consultant at Jackson Hogg.

Marketing Executive Location: Remote Contract: 23 month Fixed Term Contract We're looking for a creative and organised Marketing Executive to support the delivery of engaging marketing campaigns, content, events and communications that drive awareness of the companies charitable and commercial initiatives. Key Responsibilities Create engaging content for websites, newsletters, email campaigns and marketing materials. Update website content, news stories, publications and press releases. Plan and deliver marketing campaigns that support strategic objectives. Support webinars, events and stakeholder communications. Use CRM and marketing systems to target audiences and improve engagement. Ensure all communications are aligned with brand guidelines. Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to maximise marketing impact. About You Experience in a marketing, communications or similar role. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience delivering successful marketing campaigns. Knowledge of CRM and/or marketing automation systems. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects. Excellent attention to detail and stakeholder management skills. CIM Level 4 Marketing qualification (or equivalent) desirable.

Risk & Internal Controls Accountant Middlesbrough An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Accountant (ACCA or ACA) working in a newly created role for an leading business in Teesside. Your duties and responsibilities will include: Working with the ERP project team and the finance team to ensure that all key processes and controls within the finance function are fully documented and maintained with appropriate document management as the business transition to a new ERP. Lead the internal controls design and effectiveness reviews, including review and testing of processes. Providing support to the Risk Committee as required by the Chair, collating agendas and responses. Acting as one of the primary points of contact with internal and external auditors. Acting as a point of contact on all taxation matters, ensuring tax compliance. Inputting into financial projections and business plans including preparing tax forecasts and projections. Acting as a lead representative from finance on Customs taxes, working with operations and the compliance team to ensure retention of wharf approvals, customs warehouse approvals. Supporting with ad-hoc duties and projects as required by wider finance team. You will be/have: Qualified Accountant or Auditor Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with a range of people across various roles. Has strong IT skills. Has excellent financial analysis and problem solving skills, with a strong attention to detail and a focus on accuracy and compliance.

Talent Acquisition Partner Middlesbrough (Hybrid working) Salary: Up to 55,000 plus benefits Calling all Strategic Talent Partners! This is a brand new role within our client's award-winning People function and represents a genuine opportunity to shape and influence the future of talent at our organisation. As they move through a significant period of cultural transformation, they are looking for a Talent Acquisition Partner who can play a pivotal role in redefining how they attract, assess, develop and retain talent. This role goes far beyond transactional recruitment, it is about influencing mindset, embedding behaviours, and building sustainable talent capability for the future. You will work closely with the wider People team, People Business Partners, Senior Management Team and key stakeholders across the business to develop modern, inclusive, and robust talent practices that reflect who they are and where they are going. Key Responsibilities (will include but not limited to): Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning: Lead and deliver end to end recruitment across permanent, temporary and fixed term roles using the Dayforce system. Shift recruitment focus from skills based hiring to assessing mindset, behaviours and potential, ensuring alignment with their evolving culture. Build and maintain strong talent pipelines, including proactive sourcing, benchmarking, and market mapping. Introduce greater governance and consistency around the use of temporary recruitment agencies, ensuring best value and strong controls. Define, improve and embed scalable recruitment processes, tools and frameworks as the function continues to mature. Cultural Change & Influence: Act as a trusted advisor, influencing leaders and hiring managers to think differently about talent, promotion, and development decisions. Support cultural change by challenging traditional approaches and encouraging a stronger focus on development and potential, not just qualifications or experience. Facilitate conversations that encourage leaders to reflect on how and why they make talent decisions. Employee Experience & Onboarding: In the first six months, place particular emphasis on relationship building and understanding the employee experience across the organisation. Support the design of and implement a clear, engaging and consistent onboarding and induction journey, ensuring new starters feel connected, supported and productive from day one. Continually review the employee experience journey to identify opportunities for improvement and alignment with our values and culture. Leadership Development & Succession Planning Partner with People Business Partners and senior leaders to strengthen leadership development and succession planning across the organisation. Support managers to think more deliberately about future capability, talent readiness and internal progression. Encourage accountability and challenge leaders to look critically at how they are developing their people. Employer Brand & Attraction Work closely with their Communications team to strengthen our employer brand and clearly articulate who they are, what they do, and why people should join them. Ensure a consistent and compelling candidate experience that reflects their values and reputation. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management Work in close partnership with the wider People team, particularly PBPs and the SMT, to ensure talent strategies are aligned with broader organisational goals. Build strong, credible relationships across the business, acting as a collaborative and highly influential partner. Criteria: Significant experience in a senior or strategic talent acquisition role. Proven ability to influence, challenge and facilitate change at all levels of an organisation. Strong experience designing recruitment processes, governance, and talent frameworks from the ground up or significantly improving existing ones. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with ambiguity and opportunity. Experience using recruitment systems (experience with Dayforce is desirable but not essential). Personal attributes: Highly proactive with a strong sense of curiosity, someone who asks the right questions and seeks to understand the bigger picture. Incredibly collaborative, with the ability to bring people together and build trust quickly. Strategic thinker who can balance detail with long term impact. Passionate about people, development and creating meaningful, inclusive employee experiences.

Jackson Hogg are delighted to be partnering with our well established client who are looking to appoint a specialist Modig Maintenance Technician (Electrically biased) to join them on a permanent basis. This is a day shift position, Monday to Friday working with a competitive salary on offer. International travel may be required on occasion as part of this role, along with national travel to their other facility in the North East of England. There will also be an initial training period spent overseas once succseful. Job Description Lead efficiency improvement initiatives such as breakdown eliminations, and labour hour reductions associated with preventive maintenance activities. Initially, the Modig technician will focus on improving (MTR) mean time to repair and maximising mean time between failure (MTBF). Design, build, and improve operator lead maintenance activities with the overall goal of establishing a TPM strategy. Work with external suppliers / contractors to provide expert lead solutions to complex problems, building up technical knowledge of each asset. Coordinate with local site management to ensure proper training, procedural compliance, maintenance, and safety practices are followed for new and existing equipment. Effectively influence, negotiate, and communicate with internal and external business partners, contractors, and vendors. Develop maintenance standards, documentation, and practices. Develop and mentor technicians to improve asset performance, reliability, and site technical expertise. Skills Required Electrically biased maintenance background with good understanding of working in a heavy machinery environment. A good understanding of mechanical principles. Understand/read engineering drawing and schematics Omron PLC fault finding skills. Understanding of motor controls, drives, invertors etc Fanuc robot recovery and programming knowledge advantageous. Time served

Jackson Hogg is delighted to be partnering with a business in Blyth on the appointment of a Management Accountant. This role will take ownership of month-end reporting, financial control and key management information, working closely with both finance and operational teams. Key Responsibilities Own the month-end close, including journals, accruals and prepayments Prepare monthly management accounts, flash reports and KPI reporting Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and ensure strong financial control Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes Prepare quarterly VAT returns and support audit requirements Support the payroll process as required About You Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CA) or studying towards qualification Relevant accounting experience within a similar environment Strong Excel skills with high attention to detail Organised, deadline driven and confident working with internal stakeholders Offering Salary of 47,000 Hybrid working Flexi-time Great benefits package

Risk & Internal Controls Accountant Middlesbrough An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Accountant (ACCA or ACA) working in a newly created role for an leading business in Teesside. Your duties and responsibilities will include: Working with the ERP project team and the finance team to ensure that all key processes and controls within the finance function are fully documented and maintained with appropriate document management as the business transition to a new ERP. Lead the internal controls design and effectiveness reviews, including review and testing of processes. Providing support to the Risk Committee as required by the Chair, collating agendas and responses. Acting as one of the primary points of contact with internal and external auditors. Acting as a point of contact on all taxation matters, ensuring tax compliance. Inputting into financial projections and business plans including preparing tax forecasts and projections. Acting as a lead representative from finance on Customs taxes, working with operations and the compliance team to ensure retention of wharf approvals, customs warehouse approvals. Supporting with ad-hoc duties and projects as required by wider finance team. You will be/have: Qualified Accountant or Auditor Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with a range of people across various roles. Has strong IT skills. Has excellent financial analysis and problem solving skills, with a strong attention to detail and a focus on accuracy and compliance.

Respond to all sales enquiries (phone, email etc) with pace and professionalism. Provide confident, consultative guidance to ensure customers choose the best-fit products and packages for their site needs. Convert each enquiry into a confirmed order, maintaining pricing accuracy and commercial discipline. Identify and present upsell opportunities such as: complementary equipment longer rental terms higher-spec or sustainable alternatives Build strong, ongoing relationships with regular site contacts to drive repeat business and increased wallet share. Order Conversion & Coordination: Manage all day-to-day hire requests across customer types and sectors with a focus on maximising order capture. Use availability dashboards and internal systems to ensure product availability and seamless order flow. Collaborate closely with the Project Solutions Team, Depot Teams, Transport, and Service Solutions to ensure every order is delivered correctly and on time. Ensure all instructions, delivery details, specifications, and pricing are accurately recorded to prevent queries. Customer Engagement: Maintain a solutions-focused, sales-driven dialogue with customers at every interaction. Promote customer feedback (CSAT) to support ongoing service improvement and sales confidence. Escalate complex, multi-phase, or high-value projects to the Project Solutions team where appropriate. General: Comply with all company policies and procedures Always uphold the company vision & values. Comply and adhere to all SHEQ directives and processes. Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested.